PK Teacher Assistants

Leading Edge Extended Learning; Matawan (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Calm Premium Subscription

Employee discount

Perks at Work

Teacher Discounts

401(k) Plan

Aflac Insurance

Paid Inclement Weather Days

Job summary

Leading Edge Extended Learning in Sayreville, NJ is seeking Teaching Assistants for PreK before and after care programs at PBP Cheesequake and PBP Selover. You will work with 3- and 4-year-olds in a warm, play-based setting that helps them build early social, emotional and school-readiness skills.

Afternoons 1:25 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday-Friday (start at 1:25 pm); mornings as needed; up to about 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Monday–Friday availability, with the ability to start at 1:25 pm.
• A genuine passion for working with preschool-aged children.
• Reliable transportation.
• Teaching Assistants: childcare or early childhood experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Leading Edge curriculum through age-appropriate, play-based activities.
• Support young children with routines, transitions, snack time and self-care.
• Foster social-emotional growth, early literacy, fine motor skills and positive behavior.
• Maintain a safe, clean and engaging classroom environment.
• Maintain program quality according to company and NJ state licensing standards.
• Maintain appropriate child-to-teacher ratios at all times.
• Communicate warmly and professionally with families and school staff.
• Complete administrative tasks such as attendance and licensing paperwork.

Skills

Afternoon hours

PreK care

Preschool setting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Teacher Assistant Positions: PreK Before & After Care - PBP Cheesequake & PBP Selover

Monday-Friday | PreK Before & After School Care | Sayreville, NJ

Spend Your Afternoons Helping Our Youngest Learners Grow!

Position Overview:

Join our team as a Lead Teacher or Teaching Assistant in our PreK before and after care programs at PBP Cheesequake and PBP Selover. You'll work with 3- and 4-year-olds in a warm, play-based setting that helps them build early social, emotional and school-readiness skills. If you love working with young children, this is the role for you.

Hours:

• Afternoons: 1:25 pm - 6:30 pm, Monday-Friday. You must be available to start at 1:25 pm.
• Mornings: 6:55 am - 8:00 am, Monday-Friday (as needed)
• Early dismissal days: starts at 11:30 am (about once a month)
• Work up to about 30 hours per week, based on enrollment and your availability

Pay:

• Teaching Assistant: $17 + per hour

About Leading Edge

At Leading Edge, we cultivate a love of learning that helps students achieve lifetime success. We are a top provider of before and after-school programs across the country. Our PreK programs give young children a safe, nurturing and fun place to learn through play, make friends and build the confidence they'll carry into kindergarten and beyond.

Why This Role is Perfect For:

• Early childhood educators and PreK or daycare staff looking for steady afternoon hours
• Students studying early childhood education, child development or teaching
• Parents seeking extra income during school hours
• Anyone who loves the curiosity and energy of preschoolers

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement the Leading Edge curriculum through age-appropriate, play-based activities
• Support young children with routines, transitions, snack time and self-care
• Foster social-emotional growth, early literacy, fine motor skills and positive behavior
• Maintain a safe, clean and engaging classroom environment
• Maintain program quality according to company and NJ state licensing standards
• Maintain appropriate child-to-teacher ratios at all times
• Communicate warmly and professionally with families and school staff
• Complete administrative tasks such as attendance and licensing paperwork
• Lead Teachers also plan daily activities, guide Teaching Assistants and serve as a main point of contact for families

Requirements:

• Must be 18 or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Monday-Friday availability, with the ability to start at 1:25 pm
• A genuine passion for working with preschool-aged children
• Reliable transportation
• Teaching Assistants: Childcare or early childhood experience preferred

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Free Calm Premium Subscription to reduce stress and improve wellness with guided meditations and sleep stories
• 100% employee discount for employees working 10+ hours per week
• Perks at Work, with exclusive discounts on travel, entertainment and everyday essentials
• Teacher Discounts, with additional savings specifically for educators
• 401(k) Plan to help secure your financial future
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance, optional additional coverage for peace of mind
• Paid Inclement Weather Days: stay safe during bad weather without losing pay by completing online training at home!

Leading Edge is an Equal Opportunity Employer providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.